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OAA Hosts Mixer for African Diaspora Media
(Washington, DC) – On January 26, 2012, the DC Mayor’s Office on
African Affairs (OAA) hosted a mixer with members of African
Diaspora media. The event was initiated
to promote dialogue and collaboration with media professionals, and is also
part of Mayor Vincent C. Gray’s efforts of bringing together various
stakeholders in order to further actualize the Gray Administration’s One City
philosophy.
Over twenty individuals representing very broad and diverse
professional backgrounds attended the event.
Several African countries were also represented among attendees –
Cameroon, Ghana, Mali, Senegal, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Nigeria – reflecting the
diversity of the African immigrant community in the District of Columbia. Read more
OAA Hosts African-Youth Leadership Roundtable
(Washington, DC) On Friday, January 20th, the DC
Mayor’s Office on African Affairs hosted its “African Youth Leadership
Roundtable.” This 2-hour roundtable was attended by 18 dynamic young African leaders,
representing student-led African youth organizations from a number of DC high
schools and universities such as School Without Walls, American University,
Georgetown University, Howard University, and cultural youth organizations. Read More
OAA Partners With USCIS, Omega Gospel Mission Church and Immigration Attorney to Host Workshop
(Washington, DC) – On Sunday, January 22, 2012, the DC Mayor’s Office on African Affairs partnered with a local African church, Omega Gospel Mission, as well as Immigration Attorney Loide Jeorge and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to bring quality information on immigration law to over 90 District residents. This workshop, hailed by attendees as a huge success, is consistent with Mayor Vincent C. Gray's top priority of public safety. It is also a direct follow-up to OAA's "One City, Safe City" Public Safety Forum held in September 2011, where immigration was identified as a topic of interest and priority within the African community. Read More
OAA Partners with The Mignon Innis Ford Foundation to Host Upcoming Black History Event
African Business Roundtable
What's New With Your Mayor
Mayor Vincent C. Gray Invites D.C. Residents to One City Summit Feb. 11
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Mayor Vincent C. Gray invites District residents to join him on Saturday, February 11 for a crucial community conversation about improving the future of the District of Columbia. Residents who attend the “One City Summit” will have an opportunity to provide their input on important decisions that will impact the city for years to come.
“Join me and 1,000 of your fellow D.C. residents on February 11 as we have a frank and open conversation about how we can work together to improve our city’s services, outcomes, environment and quality of life for all of our residents,” Mayor Gray said. “This citywide town-hall-style meeting will show us ways we can work together to move our city forward.”
DC Mayor Vincent C. Gray to Deliver State of the
District Address Feb. 7
Mayor Vincent C. Gray will deliver the 2012 State of the District Address on February 7. He will report on the status of the city and his administration and outline his agenda and priorities for the coming year.
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Time: 7pm
Location: Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
Sanctuary at 600 I Street NW
Mayor Welcomes December Drop in District’s
Unemployment Rate
Last
week, Mayor Gray welcomed new preliminary estimates from the D.C. Department of
Employment Services (DOES) showing that the District’s unemployment rate
continued to decline – to 10.4 percent – in December. At the bi-weekly press
conference, Mayor Gray pointed to the
One City ● One Hire program, an innovative effort by DOES to connect qualified,
unemployed D.C. residents with jobs and to provide employers who commit to hire
unemployed District residents with placement, screening and training support.
Based on more complete reporting from employers, previously released November
estimates were revised upward to show an over-the-month (October-November)
total non-farm employment gain of 4,400 jobs. The November revised unemployment
rate remained unchanged at 10.6 percent. Since January of 2011, total
private-sector employment in the District has increased by 3.6 percent, or
17,400 jobs.
Significant Surplus and Rebound in Districts Fund
Balance
Mayor Gray and D.C. Chief Financial
Officer Natwar M. Gandhi today announced that the District’s financial health
rebounded significantly in Fiscal Year 2011, with one of the largest surpluses
in recent history and a dramatic increase in the city’s savings account after
several years of losses. Announcing the results of the District’s Fiscal Year
2011 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), conducted by independent
auditing firm KPMG, Mayor Gray said the District ended the year with $240
million more in revenues and savings than expenditures and an increase in the
city’s Fund Balance to $1.1 billion. The report marks the first annual increase
in the District’s Fund Balance since Fiscal Year 2005 and highlights the
Mayor’s commitment to fiscal responsibility. Read
more.
Georgetown Resident, Ken Archer Provides a
Great Summary on DOES’ One City One Hire Program
Mayor Gray's One City One Hire campaign is directly responsible for the hiring of 1,400 previously jobless District residents. While this accomplishment has received little notice, for these 1,400 families Mayor Gray has moved mountains in his first year in office. Perhaps the criticism of Gray as unaccomplished reveals more about the lack of interest in policies to address crisis-level unemployment on the part of DC's political class than it does about Mayor Gray.
Politicians often release estimates of jobs they created, and perhaps cynicism around such estimates explains the lack of credit given to One City One Hire for the hiring of 1,400 jobless residents. Read more
Diplomatic Community
Representatives Signed Pledge Embracing Mayor Grays Vision of a Greener,
Healthier, More Sustainable City
Mayor Vincent C. Gray, Ambassador Renée Jones-Bos of the Royal Netherlands Embassy, Under Secretary Patrick Kennedy of the U.S. Department of State and other representatives of international embassies in the District met on January 31, 2012 to sign a District of Columbia Diplomatic Missions and International Institutions Environmental Performance, Climate and Sustainability Pledge during a ceremony and reception.
Ambassadors representing more than 40 countries joined Mayor Gray and other officials to sign an international community pledge of sustainability in the District. The pledge, which is coordinated by the State Department’s D.C. Greening Embassies Forum, encourages embassies to pursue and promote sustainable practices in eight areas: Energy & Buildings, Transportation, Water Conservation, Waste Reduction, Eco-Purchasing, Jobs & Community, Training, and Reporting & Action. Read More
MPTD and SnagFilms to Honor Winner of Washingtons Best Film Competition
and Screen Winning Film Monday
Mayor Gray, SnagFilms
Founder and Chairman Ted Leonsis and D.C. Office of Motion Picture and
Television Development (MPTD) Director Crystal Palmer announced the winner of
the inaugural “Washington’s Best Film” competition. Student film “Released for Life,” produced by
students attending The Documentary Center at George Washington University’s
School of Media and Public Affairs was named Best Film by D.C.
They also introduced a special screening of the documentary, which follows the
lives of several recently released ex-offenders as they struggle to redline
themselves in a society that they no longer know. The screening was followed by
a Q&A with the production team and key players from the ex-offender
governmental and non-governmental community.
Mayor Vincent C. Gray and Youngsters Portraying Black Historical Figures to Officially Announce 6th Annual Blacks in Wax Performances
Scholars portraying Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Eartha Kitt, Ben Ali and Rosa Parks along with Recreation Wish List Committee Founder Cora Masters Barry and Washington Performing Arts Society Chair and Blacks in Wax Executive Producer Reggie Van Lee will officially announce the 6th Annual Blacks in Wax, which will take place at the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center on Friday, Feb. 24 and at the Kennedy Center on Saturday, March 3. The four figures are among 70 influential individuals from Black History who will be on display at Blacks in Wax.
Business Square
Feb 3: Deadline to Apply for The African Diaspora Marketplace II Business Competition
The new Marketplace will incorporate key learning from the first African Diaspora Marketplace, by focusing grants toward priority, high-impact sectors in Africa, including agribusiness, renewable energy, and information and communication technology (ICT). To expand upon their previous success, Western Union and USAID will invite small business investment funds and technical assistance mentors to participate in the effort to engage Diaspora entrepreneurs.
Follow link to submit your application
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) are commercial areas of the District of Columbia that collect a "self tax" from property owners to provide services and programs to the entire BID. The Department of Small and Local Business Development’s manages certification of BIDs, annual tax assessment projections, and the BID charter extension process.
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) are commercial areas of the District of Columbia that collect a "self tax" from property owners to provide services and programs to the entire BID. The Department of Small and Local Business Development’s manages certification of BIDs, annual tax assessment projections, and the BID charter extension process.
Social Media
Training
The Office of Partnerships and Grant Services will
begin offering one on one social media training sessions on January 31st. The
goal of these sessions is to aid District of Columbia based nonprofit, faith
based and community based organizations in establishing their social media
platform. The primary focus is to assist customers who either lack computer
knowledge to best set up their social media profiles for their organization and
how to manage their social media platform moving forward. By appointment only. To schedule an appointment call 202-727-8900 or email visit brendan.mccormick@dc.gov .
Date and Time: Tuesdays 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2 p.m.-4 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and Fridays 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
Location: The Social Media Training
Center
Small
Business Legal Clinics: Meet One–on–One with a Lawyer for Free!
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program will be the
presenter. If you are an existing or an
aspiring small business owner, come and meet one–on–one with attorneys at these
brief advice clinics. You can get answers about business formation, contracts,
leases, taxes or any other questions related to small businesses. Please bring any documents relevant to the
issues you wish to discuss with the attorney. These are walk–in clinics.
Language translation services are available upon request in advance.
Date: Saturday, February 11
Time: 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: DC Women's Business Center
727 15th Street NW, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
The Ins & Outs of Developing an Effective Marketing Plan
This seminar will explain how to segment your market, develop promotional strategies on a budget and track the return on marketing dollars. Additionally, it will explain how to conduct a competitive and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) Analysis as well as develop positioning and growth strategies. Come acquire the tools to develop an effective marketing plan that actually increases your company’s value and sales.
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Howard University School of Business
Nonprofit Niche
Sign Up for Funding Alerts
The Funding Alert is a weekly electronic publication produced by the Office of Partnerships and Grant Services that highlights competitive grant opportunities and related resource announcements for eligible community, faith-based, and 501 (c) (3) nonprofits organizations, as well as local government agencies. The grant funding announcements generally come from district, federal, and foundation grant making entities. The Funding Alert provides information about the Grant Information Resource Center (GIRC) and District Grants Clearinghouse. The publication also has a link to the District Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP)’s solicitation opportunities.
The Eisner Prize for
Intergenerational Excellence
The Eisner Prize
for Intergenerational Excellence is a $100,000 cash award given annually by The
Eisner Foundation. The Eisner Prize is designed to recognize excellence by an
individual or a non-profit organization in uniting multiple generations,
especially seniors and youth, to bring about positive and lasting changes in
their community. Deadline for
application is March 16.
Social Media Webinar: What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program, in partnership with the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, is sponsoring a free webinar for nonprofit organizations. Social media is becoming an important tool for nonprofits to communicate with their supporters, increase awareness of their mission and raise funds. At the same time, there are many legal issues for a nonprofit to consider when using social media. Do the rules regarding copyrights and trademarks apply? Is a nonprofit responsible for material posted on its Facebook page? Are there any privacy concerns? What if an employee posts inappropriate information on the Internet during working hours? What policies should a nonprofit put in place? This
webinar will help answer these questions and give your nonprofit advice about how to navigate the new world of social media. The webinar is designed for board members, executive directors and other nonprofit staff and volunteers responsible for marketing, communications and fundraising.
Date: February 9, 2012
Time: 12 noon
For questions, contact Lauren Paley at: lpaley@dcbar.org
New Communities Youth Development and Wellness Grants
Economic Development announces funds for programs that will improve the quality of life of New Communities
residents by expanding youth development and community wellness resources and opportunities. The four New
Communities target areas: Park Morton (Ward 1), Northwest One (Ward 6), Lincoln Heights/Richardson Dwellings
(Ward 7) and Barry Farm (Ward 8).
Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations
Deadline: 2/29/2012
Pre-Application Meeting Information:
A pre-application conference for potential RFA respondents.
Date: Wednesday, February 15
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: 1100 4th Street, SW, 2nd Floor Room 200.
Funds: $500,000 is available for 15 awards
Contact: Office of Planning and Economic Development at (202) 724-8702
Website: www.dmped.dc.gov
Grant ID: GD4471
It's All About the Fruits and Veggies
National Gardening Association and Jamba Juice announces funds for programs designed to provide students with opportunities to observe and explore fruit and vegetable production and obtain a deeper understanding and appreciation for these foods in their diet.
Eligibility: Independent school districts, nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations and Local Educational Agencies.
Deadline: 2/15/2012
Funds: 20 awards available up to $500
Contact: National Gardening Association at (800) 538-7476
Website: http://www.kidsgardening.org/grants/its-all-about-fruit-and-veggies/
Grant ID: GD4476
The Flash Crisis: Manage Negative Online Issues Quickly and Effectively
A “flash crisis” happens when negative posts on Facebook, Twitter or other social media go viral and create a firestorm. Join us as we explore the resources nonprofits need to launch successful crisis communications. The session will include practices for responding to negative blogs, posts or reviews.
Registration Fee: $49 for Center members; $89 for all others
Date: February 8, 2012
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Location: Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20006
You're Only One Page Away From Achieving Better Focus, Accountability and Results
Have you ever spent weeks or months working on a strategic plan and then struggled to put the plan into action? This interactive session is designed to teach you a better way to write and implement your business plan, ensuring that it will never sit on a shelf and collect dust again!
Registration Fee: $49 for Center members; $89 for all others
Date: February 8, 2012
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Center for Nonprofit Advancement, 1666 K Street, NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20006
Grantseeking Basics
Learn how to become a better grantseeker! In this class we will cover: what you need to have in place before you seek a grant; the world of grantmakers; the grantseeking process; and available tools and resources.
Call for Applications: Fair Chance Partners
Fair Chance is accepting partner applications through Friday, January 20 at 6 pm for their March 2012-February 2013 partnership cycle. Fair Chance supports and assists nonprofit youth and family-serving organizations by providing technical assistance and capacity building services in eight different service areas.
Newsworthy
 White House Champions Of Change (Cont'd)
All across the country, ordinary Americans are doing extraordinary things to out-innovate, out-educate and out-build the rest of the world. Each week, Champions of Change are invited to the White House to share their ideas to win the future.
Additional Champions of Change recognized by the White House and the State Department on Monday, January 30, include:
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Fatima co-founded Iftiin, the Somali Forum for Leadership and Development to connect professionals, students and communities in the global Somali Diaspora. During the famine crisis this past...
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Ilhan Dahir is a student at The Ohio State University, an interfaith leader, a writer and an active member of the Somali-American community of Central Ohio. She is a member of the First Year...
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Mohamed “MJ” Jama is a high school senior at Ubah Medical Academy. He is an active youth leader across the Twin Cities representing the concerns and viewpoints of Somali American youth.
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Nunu Kidane is from Eritrea; she’s lived and worked in the San Francisco/Bay Area for over two decades. Since graduating from U.C. Berkeley, she’s worked and written extensively on Africa policy... Read More
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Tebabu's longtime passion in cultural promotion, work in media to promote African culture, and his use of stories to excite markets for African products has resulted in a new model, which creates.. Read More
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Solome Lemma is a philanthropist, activist, and organizer. She is currently a grantmaking program advisor at The Global Fund for Children (GFC). For over five years, she served as GFC’s Senior..
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Immigrant Entrepreneurs: Creating Jobs and Strengthening the U.S. Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C— Immigrant entrepreneurs create jobs and strengthen the economy, and the U.S. should tailor immigration laws and policies to encourage the best and the brightest to create businesses on U.S. soil, according to a new joint report issued today by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Immigration Policy Center (IPC).
The report, Immigrant Entrepreneurs: Creating Jobs and Strengthening the U.S. Economy examines immigrant entrepreneurship in many different sectors, including neighborhood, growth, transnational, and science and technology firms, and demonstrates how these immigrant businesses create jobs for U.S. workers and contribute to America’s economic growth. Read More
The Grio's 100: Korto Momolu, Bringing African-Inspired Designs to Mainstream Fashion
Korto Momolu is a fashion designer who was the first-runner-up and was voted "fan favorite" on the fifth season of the then-Bravo TV show "Project Runway."
Known for designs inspired by her West African heritage, Momolu studied fashion at the Parsons School of Design in New York, and designed women's wear and accessories in Arkansas before earning her spot on "Runway."
Korto Momolu is making history ... in fashion, by bringing the vibrant colors and prints reminiscent of her Liberian background to mainstream runways. She has shown her collections during New York Fashion Week, and in addition to her line of clothing, designed two lines of eco-friendly fine jewelry. Momolu has shown her designs at the Smithsonian Museum of African Art and has been named New York Magazine's top five designers to watch. Read More
The Joys of Investing in Somaliland
"How are you going to make money in a country that doesn't even exist?" That was probably the question that many people had at the back of their minds when Mohammed Yusef told them he would invest in Somaliland.
Others perhaps did not even know Somaliland had declared independence from Somalia in 1991 and that, in spite of not having been recognised internationally, it does have - unlike Somalia - a working political system and a strong business sector. Read full article
The Challenges of Starting a Business at 24
When Ghana's Kofi Dadzie first thought about the impact that the marriage of information technology and business could have in Africa, he realised that it would offer some opportunities too good to miss.
It was in the late 1990s. He was in the United States, studying at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, and after a summer internship he started to reconsider his dream of becoming a mechanical engineer. Read full article
Wind and Sunlight Make Kenyan Profits
Many things may be lacking in Africa but there are two which are abundant and free all over the continent - wind and sunlight - and Kenya's Anthony Kiptoo Ng'eno decided to turn them into a profit.
In 2001 he and his partner Michael G Chavanga formed a company, Winafrique Technologies Ltd, with the goal of taking advantage of the opportunities offered by the renewable energy market in East and Central Africa. Read full article
Africa's 'father of technology' on Sparking a Tech Revolution
Known by many as Africa's "father of technology," software pioneer Herman Chinery-Hesse has been spawning innovations for two decades, helping to break down tech barriers between the continent and the rest of the world.
The Ghanaian innovator and visionary founded SofTribe in 1991, one of the largest and most successful software companies in West Africa that has been creating computer solutions for businesses in the continent. Read more
Focus on Soccer: Africa Cup of Nations 2012
The 2012 Africa Cup of Nations is the 28th edition of the tournament, Africa's premier football championship. It is organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
View all latest scores and upcoming games here
Email us at oaa@dc.gov to tell us your pick for the finals
Get Hired!
Registration Dates
Thursday, February 9, 2012
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dorthy I. Height/Benning Road Library
3935 Benning Road, NE
Washington, DC 20019
Ward 7
SYEP Applications Opened on
January 27
D.C.
Department of Employment Services (DOES) today announced that the application
process for the District’s 2012 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) will
begin on Friday, January 27. The program will provide important employment
experiences for D.C. youth to help them develop job skills and teach them
workplace etiquette in order to prepare them for their future careers. The
online application for the 2012 SYEP will be available to District residents
between the ages of 14 and 21 at www.summerjobs.dc.gov.
Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis and must be
received by February 17, 2012. Space is limited, so youth should apply
early. The SYEP 2012 will begin on Monday, June 25, 2012, and end on
Friday, August 3, 2012.
International Career Positions at Innovations for Poverty Action
Innovations for Poverty Action is a nonprofit dedicated to discovering what works to help the world’s poor. We design and evaluate programs in real contexts with real people, and provide hands-on assistance to bring successful programs to scale.
Innovations for Poverty Action and their partner organizations are currently accepting applications for the following positions
Young Leaders Fellow
The Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights, a human rights organization based in Washington, DC, seeks a Young Leaders Fellow. Reporting to the Director of the RFK Speak Truth To Power (STTP) program in Washington, D.C., the Fellow will promote the Speak Truth To Power human rights education curriculum, initiate mentorship activities for high school students, and coordinate the work of volunteers aged 18-36.
White House Summer Jobs+ Program
The White House Summer Jobs+ Program is a new call-to-action
initiative for businesses, non-profits, and government to provide pathways to employment for low-income and
disconnected youth in the summer of 2012. Many nonprofit organizations are joining with businesses and
governments in committing to create 180,000 to 250,000 jobs this summer for low-income and disconnected youth.
The commitments are part of the White House program designed to provide pathways to employment by giving
young people needed work-related soft skills, such as communication, time management and teamwork, through
coursework and/or experience, as well as “insight into the world of work to prepare for employment for information
visit http://www.dol.gov/summerjobs/ .
Front Line Internship at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights 2012 (Banjul)
The purpose of the Internship is to support the work of the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR). It is a 12 month position based in Banjul, the Gambia. Candidates should be able to work in English and French. Front Line will prioritise the recruitment of interns who have experience as a human rights defender in Africa.
Deadline for applications is March 15, 2012
Applications comprising a cover letter and CV should be sent to Tara Madden, Program Manager Front Line, by 15 March 2012 for an internship starting 1st June 2012. Applications can be sent by email to recruit@frontlinedefenders.org or by post to the address:
Front Line-Second Floor Grattan House
Temple Rd, Blackrock Co. Dublin Ireland.
Research Associate
AIR is one of the leading behavioral and social science research organizations in the world. Our overriding goal is to use the best science available to bring the most effective ideas and approaches to enhancing everyday life. For us, making the world a better place is not wishful thinking. It is the goal that drives us. Founded in 1946 as a not-for-profit organization, we conduct our work with strict independence, objectivity, and non-partisanship. The intellectual diversity of our 1,500 employees enables us to bring together experts from many fields in the search for innovative answers to any challenge. AIR is seeking a full-time Research Associate to work out of the Washington, DC or Waltham, Massachusetts office.
Grants Writer
To write winning grant proposals and reports, actively identify and research prospects, and prepare materials and briefings in support of fundraising at The Phillips Collection and specifically in regards to foundations.
Project Manager
Provide project coordination, strategic planning, research, administrative, and other needed support to Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform (ECHCR) senior staff on matters pertaining to current and future projects. Evaluate and analyze health care data sets with high level quantitative and programming skills. Assist senior staff with independent research and projects on a broad range of topics related to quality and value, financing and payment reform, evidence-based health care, medical innovation, state and regional reform efforts, and health information technology.
5-Months Temp Opportunity in DC: Administrative Assistant
Responsible for telephone, email and in-person reception and intake; guides students through registration information and procedures; processes registration forms, records registration changes and tracks registration fees; maintains confidential student record filing system and grade records, including weekly filing, processing incoming files and conducting bi-annual file inventory; responsible for weekly production of transcripts and enrollment verifications; updates student directory information in database; processes other forms as needed; produces and issues ID cards and assists with new and on-going office projects.
Rolling in Resources
Volunteers are the backbone of any successful event and the One City Summit is no exception. Serve DC is recruiting volunteers to serve in various capacities to ensure Summit attendees enjoy a meaningful, productive experience. Volunteers shifts and duties include the following:
- Shift #1; 8:30am to 12:30pm: Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, registration/check in, facilitator and session support, and other duties as assigned.
- Shift #2; 12:00pm to 4:30pm: Volunteers are needed to assist with facilitator and session support, breakdown and clean up, and other duties as assigned.
Volunteers may register for the entire day, and large groups are welcome. Volunteers can also receive community service hours by request. For more information, please email Shirley Hall.
Global Alert: Many Great New Free global Opportunities for Students and Educators
The DC Center for Global Education and Leadership’s first objective is to serve as an information clearinghouse for all those involved and interested in K-12 global education in Washington, DC. We want to do all we can to help educators, students, and parents learn about and take advantage of the wealth of global education opportunities, resources, and programs available at little or no cost in DC. Many of these opportunities are made available through members of the CGEL Partner Collaborative, who are specifically committed to expanding and improving global education for DCPS students and teachers.
For Educators:
- Professional Development
- School programs
- Field trips
- International travel
- Contests
- Resources
- Classroom speakers
- International visitors
- Special events
For Students:
- International travel and exchanges
- Afterschool programs
- Contests
- Scholarships
- Resources
- Internships
- Special Events
Training and Education
The Department of Employment Services (DOES) helps to develop Washington’s workforce through training and education. Countless of opportunities are available for District residents to learn, or sharpen their skills within, a trade.
ArtsCONNECT
The online application for the Foundation's ArtsCONNECT program is now available. The program supports performing arts tours within the mid-Atlantic region developed by consortia of presenters that include public performances as well as complementary activities designed to build greater understanding of the presented artists, their work, and art forms.The ArtsCONNECT application receipt deadline is March 19, 2012. For more information, please contact Krista Bradley, Program Officer, Performing Arts at krista@midatlanticarts.org.
Call for Artists: Tunnel Vision Project: March 9 Deadline
Bethesda Urban Partnership & Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District Will Place Artwork in the Metro Tunnel
The Bethesda Urban Partnership and Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District announce “Tunnel Vision,” a public art exhibition to be hung in the Metro Tunnel that runs under Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Bethesda.
“Tunnel Vision” will showcase the work of 12 selected artists inside the Metro Tunnel. Interested artists are invited to submit up to 5 images of their work for review. Each artist will be paid $500 for the license to use their image. If selected, artists will need to provide a high resolution file for the image of their artwork to be printed on a poly metal material, size 4′ high x 8′ wide. Artists are encouraged to submit artwork that can easily be sized to 4’ x 8’... Read More
Attention Parents and Graduating Seniors!
Foundation Outcomes Funding Workshop
Freddie Mac Foundation is sponsoring two Outcomes Funding Workshops. The workshops are targeted to executive directors, program managers and development directors. Hal Williams, founder and now Sr. Fellow at the Rensselaerville Institute will conduct the workshops and offer individual consultations to attendees on key elements of the Foundation's application during the weeks following the session.
Date: Thursday, February 16, 2012.
Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Freddie Mac, 1551 Park Run Drive, McLean, VA 221
2012 Caring Awards
The Caring Institute is
accepting nominations for its annual Caring Awards. Nominees should exemplify caring and serve as worthy role models for
others.
Deadline for application is March 1. Apply
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes
The
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes honors outstanding young leaders who have focused on helping their communities and
fellow beings and/or on protecting the health and sustainability of the environment. Youth ages 8-18 are eligible to be nominated.
Deadline to receive nominations is
April 30, 2012.
DC Tuition Assistance Grant
Program (DCTAG)
DCTAG was created by the US Congress in 1999
through the District of Columbia College Access Act; and later amended by the
DC College Access Improvement Act of 2002 for the purpose of expanding higher
education choices for college-bound residents of the District of Columbia.
National Summer Learning Association: Excellence in Summer Learning Award.
The Excellence in Summer Learning Award recognizes an outstanding summer program that demonstrates excellence in accelerating academic achievement and promoting positive development for young people between kindergarten and twelfth
grade. Award: national recognition, increased press opportunities, conference presentations and complimentary
registrations, professional development opportunities for staff, and increased publishing opportunities.
Eligibility: public or private organization, schools, community-based organizations, libraries, universities, nonprofit, and faithbased organizations, serving young people between the ages of kindergarten and twelfth grade over the summer
months.
Deadline: February 10, 2012.
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